Grandfather's Trust

[redhead468]

My grandfather died May 2009 and had a Revocable Trust to which my Aunt (his daughter) was the Trustee. My Aunt (the Trustee) passed away on 7/7/2010; she was the eldest of six children. My mother (her sister) passed away November 2009...All six siblings are listed as beneficiaries to the trust. 2 of the siblings (or their heirs) have disclaimed their rights to the estate. My mother did not disclaim her rights, nor has my father as her surviving spouse. No secondary trustee was named; however, the documents state that, in the event of the death of the Trustee (my Aunt), all remaining beneficiaries have to agree on who will be named as executor. My question is: If my mother is deceased leaving my father as a surviving spouse and heir according to her will...does he have a say in how the trust is executed...should he be included in all decision making and notified of any business regarding the estate. The actions that have been taken by the 2 siblings so far indicate that they feel he has no say in how they handle the trust although they understand that he is entitled to whatever share my mother would have received.

Thanks for your input!!

 

[army judge]

One inherits all the rights granted to the person from which their inheritance derived. Your dad should have an equal say and vote. He may need an attorney to convince the others. If they can't agree, a probate judge will decide for them all!


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